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Forum: Pre Industrial Revolution Locks

The lockmaking scene changed late in the 18th century when the Industrial Revolution got under way and locking principles started to be explored. This forum therefore is for the many and varied interesting locks before 1778 where the fixed ward or spring barbs were the means of security.

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Sorry Greg, but I believe end cuts on flat keys are better accomplished on a machine like the old Ilco Minute rather than the turret model. See thumbnail image attached, also a screen print from the...